Carnival Cruise Line’s next ship, Carnival Celebration, will feature The Gateway, an entirely new area on two decks that celebrate travel and the excitement of exploring new destinations.
The zone was revealed during a virtual press conference hosted by Carnival Cruise Line’s President Christine Duffy.
The design and décor of The Gateway were inspired by grand terminals, transportation stations and departure points around the world.
The entertainment, dining and shopping zone will feature a promenade highlighted by 12 high-definition multimedia virtual windows displaying unique scenes.
The 9.5’ by 5’ windows and the nearly 100’ LED ceiling will be complemented by show lighting and a state-of-the-art sound system to create a truly immersive experience throughout the zone.
By day, guests will be entertained with relaxing scenes like a sunny sky, but by night, the zone will take varying nightly themes, transporting guests to far-off places throughout the world.
Some of the theme nights will include Abroad in Europe, Far East Voyage and Mexico Lindo.
“The Gateway was created to celebrate the enriching experience we all feel when travelling – not only because of the destinations we travel to, but also the world of cultures we get to explore,” said Christine Duffy, President of Carnival Cruise Line.
“We have millions of guests and team members who come from around the world to have fun together and create a welcoming and inclusive environment while sailing to new places – that is the beauty of travelling, especially on a Carnival ship, and that is what this zone will celebrate.”
The Gateway’s offerings will support the theme of the night from the music played, to the drinks and food served, and the entertainment activations offered.
“When designing this innovative and transformative environment, we wanted to make sure that there was something new and exciting to see and experience every time a guest walks through the zone between day and night, and from day to day,” said Ben Clement, Senior Vice President of New Builds, Refurbishment and Product Innovation.
“We also wanted to ensure that the entire promenade in The Gateway was connected and that the upper level was engaged with what is happening below.”
The Gateway will also be home to a new travel-inspired bar, Latitudes, and the second seagoing restaurant by world-renowned chef and restaurateur Emeril Lagasse, Emeril’s Bistro 1397.
It is also the location of the recently revealed The Golden Jubilee and a large digital map that will showcase the locations of Carnival’s ships worldwide in real-time.
The Gateway is the final zone aboard Carnival Celebration, joining 820 Biscayne, Celebration Central, The Ultimate Playground, Summer Landing, and Lido zones.
Additional details on Carnival Celebration will be revealed in the coming months leading up to the ship’s inaugural sailing from Miami on Nov. 21.
For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation, visit www.carnival.com.
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